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A former OpenAI researcher resigned this week citing concerns that ChatGPT ads could manipulate users, drawing parallels to Facebook's privacy erosion. Meanwhile, Perplexity walked away from advertising entirely, stating that ads fundamentally conflict with user trust in AI. The moves highlight a growing industry divide over how AI companies should monetize their services.
A grassroots boycott against ChatGPT has attracted over 700,000 supporters, with activists urging users to cancel subscriptions over OpenAI's political donations and government contracts. The QuitGPT movement highlights growing tensions between AI utility and ethical concerns, as actor Mark Ruffalo and thousands pledge to switch to alternative AI chatbots.
OpenAI has deployed a custom version of ChatGPT on the Pentagon's GenAI.mil platform, joining Google and xAI in providing advanced AI tools to the U.S. military. While the system includes safeguards for unclassified work, experts warn that user over-reliance and human error could pose significant security risks.
OpenAI has upgraded its Deep Research feature in ChatGPT with the GPT-5.2 model, introducing the ability to specify research sources, a full-screen report viewer with citations, and real-time progress tracking. The upgrades to Deep Research feature aim to deliver more accurate, citation-backed insights for professionals conducting complex research tasks.
OpenAI is under fire from watchdog group The Midas Project for allegedly violating California's new AI safety law with its GPT-5.3-Codex coding model release. The company's first model to hit "high" cybersecurity risk failed to implement legally required safeguards, raising questions about compliance with the state's SB 53 regulations that came into effect in January.
OpenAI terminated Ryan Beiermeister, VP of product policy, in early January after she opposed plans for ChatGPT adult mode. The company cited sexual discrimination against a male colleague as the reason, which Beiermeister strongly denies. The firing has sparked debate about safety concerns, AI erotica features, and the timing amid internal disagreements over allowing sexually explicit conversations in ChatGPT.
A bizarre 2023 video of Will Smith eating spaghetti has become the internet's unofficial benchmark for AI video generation progress. What started as a glitchy, warped mess with ModelScope has evolved into cinematic, conversation-filled scenes with Kling 3.0. The transformation reveals how quickly AI video technology matured, though copyright restrictions may soon end this viral test.
OpenAI has officially discontinued the controversial GPT-4o model alongside several legacy ChatGPT models, affecting an estimated 800,000 users who relied on its warm, conversational style. The move comes amid wrongful death lawsuits and concerns about sycophancy, despite intense user backlash and protests from communities like #Keep4o who describe losing meaningful AI companionship.
OpenAI's first AI hardware device won't reach customers until February 2027, according to new court filings. The company has also abandoned the io branding following a trademark infringement lawsuit from audio startup iyO. The screen-free gadget, designed by former Apple chief Jony Ive, was originally slated for late 2026.
DuckDuckGo has rolled out AI voice chat capabilities for Duck.ai, its private AI chatbot platform. The feature enables real-time voice conversations with large language models while maintaining strict privacy protections. Audio streams are encrypted and not stored by DuckDuckGo or OpenAI, addressing growing concerns about data collection in AI applications.
India is hosting one of the world's largest AI gatherings this week, bringing together tech giants like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic with global leaders. The AI Impact Summit marks the first time such an event is held in the Global South, with 250,000 expected visitors and $68 billion in commitments already on the table. Prime Minister Narendra Modi aims to position India as a critical player in shaping AI's future.
OpenAI co-founder Andrej Karpathy has introduced 'agentic engineering' to describe the next phase of AI coding, where AI agents independently write code rather than simply assisting developers. The term marks a shift from last year's viral 'vibe coding' concept, emphasizing disciplined engineering practice over casual experimentation as AI-powered development tools gain traction in professional settings.
OpenAI's first hardware product appears to be AI earbuds named Dime, according to leaked patent filing details. The company may launch a basic version first in 2026, with more advanced AI-powered earbuds delayed until component prices stabilize. Memory price hikes and production risks have reportedly forced OpenAI to scale back its initial ambitions.
Apple is preparing to allow voice-controlled AI chatbots from companies like OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic to integrate into CarPlay within the coming months. This marks a strategic shift for the company, which has only allowed Siri as the voice assistant option in its vehicle infotainment interface. While users will gain hands-free access to alternative AI assistants, Siri will remain the default option accessible via the Siri button and wake word.
Meta confirmed it's testing a standalone Vibes app for creating and sharing AI-generated short-form videos. Originally launched in September within the Meta AI app, Vibes now positions itself as a direct competitor to OpenAI's Sora. The company plans to introduce freemium access with subscription options to unlock additional video creation capabilities in the coming months.
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